Higher Grounds-donation based espresso & goodies

7065 Bonny Doon Rd, Santa Cruz, CA

★★★★★5.0(10 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Tucked into the Santa Cruz mountains, this volunteer-run Thursday gathering place serves expertly crafted espresso drinks that rival any specialty café, paired with homemade pastries and treats. What makes it truly special is the heart behind it—a cozy community hub where neighbors and friends actually know each other, fostering warm conversations over excellent coffee in an inviting, family-friendly atmosphere.”

What to expect

Traditional drinksLight foodQuick grabFamily friendlyMeetingsPastriesEspresso focusedSlow sit

Google Reviews

Julie Cahill
★★★★★a year ago

Sweet little coffee house in the Santa Cruz mountains in the community of Bonny Doon. Warm, friendly, inviting experience from this volunteer operated coffeeshop. Home made treats along with coffee, tea & free wi-fi. All donation only! It's a beautiful drive up to this sleepy little mountain town.

Sigrid
★★★★★7 years ago

If ever cruising the the Bonny Doon area of the Santa Cruz mountains on a Thursday morning, check out our volunteer coffee shop. The coffee offerings rival any coffee shop, and our snacks vary from a full breakfast to sweets, depending on who is volunteering.

Peg Popken
★★★★★8 years ago

This is a once a week gathering of friends and neighbors. Warm friendly conversation about life in Bonny Doon . Volunteer run .

Anne Bremser
★★★★★8 years ago

Cozy, great selection of teas. Lovely area.

WarpedJester
★★★★★9 years ago

This a fantastic little community coffee house that opens every Thursday for coffee and treats from and for the Bonny Doon community.

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